How to Add a New Category in WordPress

WordPress categories are handy for you to organize posts. You can create categories and sub-categories, while posts can be assigned to multiple categories.

 

1. Log in to the WordPress dashboard.

2. From the Dashboard menu, go to Posts and click on Categories.wp-dashboard-category-option

3. Enter the following details in Add New Category:
Name: Enter your category name, such as Computer.
Slug: Enter a slug name or leave it blank.
Parent: Leave this at None, or should you select a category, it will become a sub-category of your chosen category.
Description: Enter your category description, or simply leave it blank.
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4. Click on Add New Category.

 

Your new category has been created.

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